Beat the Cold: Discover Indoor and Outdoor Sports at Yangju Gwangjeok Western Sports Center
Were you caught off guard by the sudden cold snap after thinking it was finally autumn?
With the colder weather, you might be looking for indoor alternatives to your outdoor workouts.
Today, I'd like to introduce the Western Sports Center in Gwangjeok-myeon, Yangju, and its surrounding outdoor sports facilities.
Yangju Gwangjeok Western Sports Center
Address: 177-1, Gwangseok-ri, Gwangjeok-myeon, Yangju-si, Gyeonggi-do
Transportation to Gwangjeok-myeon Western Sports Center
You can take town buses 3-3A (Yangju Station, Gwangjeok Garaebi route) or Ttokbus. Please note that town buses may not operate due to road conditions such as heavy snow or rain.
Yangju City Corporation operates and manages all sports facilities, sports centers, camping grounds, and Immersive VR Experience Centers within Yangju.
You can find information on programs and usage for each facility on their website.
Parking and Electric Vehicle Charging
The Gwangjeok Western Sports Center is located next to the Yangju Arts and Culture Center and has ample parking space as it is close to a jokgu (foot volleyball) field, a park golf course, and a soccer field.
There is dedicated parking for people with disabilities in front of the sports center building, and electric vehicle charging stations are also available in the parking lot.
Gwangjeok-myeon Western Sports Center: Great for Indoor Exercise
Yangju City has sports centers in Eunhyeon-myeon, Deokjeong-dong, Goeup-dong, Gwangjeok-myeon and Okjeong-dong, including this Gwangjeok-myeon Western Sports Center, to promote the health and well-being of its citizens through leisure activities. Feel free to sign up and use the center that is most convenient for you.
Currently, the programs offered include a gym and swimming (aqua aerobics). Swimming and fitness instructors are available, making it easy for beginners to get started.
Gwangjeok Western Sports Center Usage Information
New member registration is available online and in person on designated dates each month.
Weekday Hours: 06:00 - 22:00
Holiday Hours: 09:00 - 17:00 (Saturdays, second Sunday of the month, public holidays)
Closed: 1st, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Sundays, January 1st, Lunar New Year holidays, Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving) holidays, Labor Day (May 1st)
Discounts and Indoor Swimming Pool Attire Information
Discounts are available based on the public sports facility usage fee reduction criteria.
[Discounts]
10% Discount:
- Registration for 3 months or more, or registration for 2 or more sports
- Women of childbearing age (13-55 years old) using the swimming pool
30% Discount:
- Families with multiple children (youngest child is under 18 and a Yangju citizen)
50% Discount:
- People with disabilities, seniors (65+), veterans, soldiers, single-parent families, exemplary military service families, recipients of basic livelihood security
50% Discount for Non-Residents
- Those working or attending school in Yangju
Individual lockers are available in the lobby on the first floor for storing personal belongings. The rental fee is ₩3,000. Please inquire at the information desk for more information.
First Floor Fitness Room (Gym)
The first floor has a gym with treadmills and weight training equipment. All facilities require membership and entry via a membership card. Please wear indoor-only athletic shoes.
Shower room entrances for women and men are located on either side of the information desk. Swimming pool users can also enter after card registration for lessons and individual swimming times.
First Floor Swimming Pool
The Gwangjeok Western Sports Center swimming pool has 6 lanes (25m), a depth of 63-70cm, and a children's pool, making it a great environment for families. You can enjoy swimming while looking at the colorful autumn scenery.
Relax with a Warm Coffee & Tea
There is also a cafe on the first floor. 'Coffee Nari 2' is a cafe operated by senior baristas over the age of 60 who have received professional training in collaboration with the Yangju Senior Club.
They offer a variety of affordable menu items, including Americano, Cafe Latte, ginger tea, lemon tea, iced tea, tea, and ades, as well as delicious bread, perfect for satisfying your hunger after a workout.
Coffee Nari Hours:
Weekdays: 9 AM - 6 PM
Saturday: Until 4:50 PM
Closed: Sundays and public holidays
Nearby Sports Facilities
Outdoor Jokgu (Foot Volleyball) / Soccer Field
There are various sports facilities around the Gwangjeok Western Sports Center. Right next to the sports center are a jokgu field, a soccer field, and a tennis court.
Contact for Jokgu Field: 031-828-9725
Contact for Soccer Field: 031-828-9832
Behind the sports center is the Yangju Park Golf Course. The jokgu field, soccer field, and tennis court are all located around the sports center, so you can use the same parking lot as the sports center.
Park golf was new to me, but it looked quite interesting after watching it for a while.
The ball and club are larger than in regular golf, and it's played in a park, so it seems like a good sport to start without the pressure of long drives or distances.
In front of the main entrance of the Gwangjeok Western Sports Center, there is also an outdoor and indoor artificial rock climbing wall.
There are monthly and daily passes available, so if you are interested, please participate.^^
Source :https://blog.naver.com/yangju619/224072179175
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